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OMG that brings back horrible memories
I am trying camping!!!!
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Alan22
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for the summer I use a Rab 300 down bag, superlight and packs down to tiny, Therm-a-rest Xlite mat, also superlight and packs tiny, the bag liner is only needed if you need a few extra degrees flexibility on the bag range, or if you are in the bag without washing for sustained periods.
Army surplus is a good place to start if weight is not an issue, high quality at a fraction of the cost, you can pick up pretty much everything you need in one shop.
Alan22
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Be careful mateView attachment 103473
I'd sneak up and hit it with that frying pan.
bright_Spark
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Rrab 3000 is this army surplus?
Ind spark
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If it was bright inside the tent I'd watch from a safe distance.
Alan22
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No, and with a bike you don't need anything that light or expensive, you should be able to pick up a British Army surplus bag and liner for about £20.
bright_Spark
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I am not bothered about money too much Alan, I just dont want to look like a japanese sniper amongst other people who are using something sort of more upmarket?
These will probably do for a small trip around Europe, the liner is handy if the sleeping bag gets too hot just sleep in the liner and when used with the sleeping bag it will keep the sleeping bag clean inside and is easily washed.
You can pay a lot for good equipment but I just bought cheap and changed often when I was travelling, you can always buy things on the road if something gets ruined.
If your using a tent you wont need the bivvy bag cover.
Trespass Sleeping Bag Liner Slumber
Andes Waterproof Bivvy Bag Sleeping Bag Cover Camping Fishing : Amazon.co.uk: Sports & Outdoors
Forceatt Sleeping Bag for Adults camping sleeping bag Lightweight and waterproof 4 seasons suitable for Camping Hiking,Backpacking : Amazon.co.uk: Sports & Outdoors
You can pay a lot for good equipment but I just bought cheap and changed often when I was travelling, you can always buy things on the road if something gets ruined.
If your using a tent you wont need the bivvy bag cover.
Trespass Sleeping Bag Liner Slumber
Andes Waterproof Bivvy Bag Sleeping Bag Cover Camping Fishing : Amazon.co.uk: Sports & Outdoors
Forceatt Sleeping Bag for Adults camping sleeping bag Lightweight and waterproof 4 seasons suitable for Camping Hiking,Backpacking : Amazon.co.uk: Sports & Outdoors
bright_Spark
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All seems very cheap? Will these be suitable for a 5 week trip? Also any recommendations for a better tent as mine I have been informed is a play tent for kids
bright_Spark
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bright_Spark
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I got the tent from my daughter but it isnt really suitable for this trip. its more for a garden.
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Ind spark
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Too late for him
bright_Spark
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OMG I cant even see it, thats pretty good but how do you find it once you leave the tent and return to it?
As I said I used to buy cheap and change often, you can pay a lot for serious equipment in your position that's the sort of thing I would buy, cant help with the tent never needed one.
As already mentioned Army surplus is always a good bet if you want something a bit more durable just think about the weight (thickness) how hot you will be in it.
As already mentioned Army surplus is always a good bet if you want something a bit more durable just think about the weight (thickness) how hot you will be in it.
bright_Spark
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You would be surprised how comfortable that tent is, just looks a bit girly, I didnt mind that but it isnt good in the rain.Is that the same as thinking of becoming camp.
bright_Spark
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I really want something light as I havent much room on my bike so light and rolls up as small as possible
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Not surprised you ain't much room with you on it lol.
When it rains bumpt the tent roof to knock the drops off
